At the end of the long street.
Beside Big Bear's body.
A man dressed like a wealthy young master stared at the Northwestern Man's body with a complicated expression.
He wore a smile, clutching a photograph of his daughter.
At this moment, he probably had no regrets.
Because he had fulfilled his vow.
He had protected these children.
"Young master."
Dozens of Awakened by the roadside slowly gathered around.
"Should we move the body?"
The old man who looked like a butler asked quietly.
"No. Someone will come to collect him. Have people keep watch. A hero's remains must not be desecrated. Don't let anyone approach him."
The young master slowly removed his hat, and the Awakened beside him lowered their heads in silent tribute.
Heroes.
They deserved respect in any era.
"There's still one more. Do we save him?"
The butler clenched his fists, killing intent in his eyes.
The accompanying Awakened were all itching for a fight.
"Young master, let's slaughter these troublemaking bastards from Kou Island."
"Exactly. Making trouble in Shen Prefecture? They don't give a fucking damn about our Ma Family."
"Slaughter those sons of bitches."
"Young master, give me a squad. I can finish the fight in ten minutes."
His subordinates were fired up, each volunteering to fight.
The young master remained unmoved.
He shook his head somewhat helplessly. "Old Second and Old Fifth are both watching. They suffered a setback in Ice Prefecture. They won't let me save our friend from Chun Prefecture."
"So we just watch him die?" an Awakened asked indignantly.
The young master took a deep breath, removed his gloves, and rubbed his cold hands. "Seal off this street. Don't let anyone interfere."
"Little White Tiger will definitely act. We won't get the chance to play the good guys. Once Yixiu